Updated on: Nov 5, 2025
The average Software Architect in Chicago, IL makes $158,889, 23% above the national average Software Architect salary of $129,351. This pay is 6% lower than the combined average salaries of other metroes San Jose, CA, Los Angeles, CA, and Atlanta, GA.
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